Houston, Texas, USA – September 10, 2018: The Marriott Marquis is a Four Diamond hotel located in downtown Houston and features a Texas-sized pool, five restaurants, and beautiful views from all angles.joe hendrickson
1777 Walker St, (713) 654-1777
Downtown George R. Adjacent to the Brown Convention Center, the Marriott Marquis has its own 100,000 square feet of meeting space, including Houston’s largest ballroom. Often referred to as the city’s top hotel, it serves business travelers and pleasure seekers alike, with the world’s largest Texas-shaped lazy river on its rooftop. If you don’t think this is something anyone can brag about then you haven’t spent enough time in the state.
1100 Texas Avenue, (713) 221-0011
A more affordable accommodation option located in what was formerly Shell Oil’s headquarters, this renovated downtown hotel offers quick access to the convention center and Daikin Park, which the Astros call home. You may not be able to paddle in the rooftop plunge pool like the Marquis, but a quick, cool shower at the end of the day won’t disappoint, nor will free cookies at bedtime.
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4110 Loretto Dr., (832) 844-0057
This new, mid-century-inspired gem can be found in the Montrose neighborhood, one block away from the Menil Collection, arguably the city’s best and most eclectic museum. The boutique property comprises just 71 rooms and has been designed to fit in with its surroundings, which are largely residential and much quieter than the more bustling city. Despite its small size, it still has room for a small event venue, private pool and a charming lobby lounge.
111 N Post Oak Ln., (713) 680-2626
The Houstonian has taken over a massive 27-acre tract of land in Houston’s West Oaks district, just outside the Loop. Despite its central location, the hotel offers a level of privacy that you won’t find anywhere else in the city. This is probably why George HW Bush used this hotel as his official residence for years in the 1980s and spent time here for decades thereafter. The 125,000-square-foot spa is also the largest in the state.
2222 W Loop S, (713) 627-7600
Another Galleria-area hotel, this is a good choice for business travelers who need executive-focused amenities like 24-hour business and fitness center access, shuttle service, and meeting and event space (all 50,000 square feet). With 485 guest rooms on its 23 floors, there’s probably room to find a berth for your entire organization for the week.
where to work
There are hundreds of co-working spaces in Houston, so chances are you’ll be able to find something close to where you live. Like most things in this city, travel time is an essential consideration. These options may be some of the best in the city, but no sane Houston resident would recommend you spend an hour in traffic to get to one of them if there are other solid options closer.
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401 Franklin St., (713) 999-2550
Named after the former post office that occupied this Museum District space (it was a rail depot before that), POST was redeveloped in 2019 as a cultural center that includes food-hall-style dining, an art museum, a concert hall, and a rooftop garden. It has plenty of workspace options from single desks to full offices, with day passes starting at $25.
4201 Main Street
Rice University helped develop the Ion District, which spans 16 acres in Midtown and serves as a technology park and innovation hub for tech and energy organizations, and now includes the nation’s largest climate and sustainable energy incubator. Coworking passes (starting at $60/day) give you access to the venue’s abundant networking events, as well as snacks and coffee.
1430 Yale St., (832)203-5115
This boutique office space is ideal for those doing business in the Heights, featuring on-site notaries, conference room rentals, and virtual office options for those who need a physical address in the city. There are a variety of access options available, from a $25 day pass to a $359 monthly membership (which includes free conference room use).
where to get coffee
Yes, there are nearly 200 Starbucks in the Houston area, and while you’re welcome to go to them or another corporate chain for your pick-me-up, these locations offer a more sophisticated (and independent) experience that, if nothing else, will help you impress your business associates with your sophisticated taste.
3201 Allen Pkwy. Ste. 170
8410 Hwy. 90 ALT, Bldg. B, sugar land, (346) 368-2895
Blendin focuses on sourcing coffee from unique locations with a “tree to cup” philosophy, meaning your cup (or bag of beans) is likely to come from the same farm in Panama, Ethiopia, Burundi, or somewhere far away. Put yourself in the hands of a barista at one of two locations to help you find the perfect base for your latte.
1018 Westheimer Rd.
At this beloved local coffee shop with a full menu, you’d be best off pairing your Vietnamese matcha or Golden Monkey tea with a hearty brunch, like the Smoked Salmon Scramble or the From-Scratch Biscuits with Smoked Ham. Skip lunch to make space.
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